ACSM - Part 1 - Introduction to the Field
According to the Department of Labor, what is the job outlook for our occupation? -
ANS-Much Faster than the average for all occupations between 2008-2018. An
expected increase of 29%
What is the average life expectancy in the US now? - ANS-78.2 years
Increased Sedentary time spend is associated with what? - ANS-Obesity, Diabetes, and
Cardiovascular Disease
What percentage of the population are currently members of a health or fitness club? -
ANS-14.6
According to the CDC in 2007 how many people are insufficiently active or totally
inactive - ANS-More than half
In 2012 what were the 10 popular fitness trends - ANS-Education and Experienced
Fitness Professionals, Strength Training, Fitness Programs for Older Adults, Exercise
and Weight Loss, Children and Obesity, Personal Training, Core Training, Group
Personal Training, Zumba and other Dance workouts, and Functional Fitness
According to NHANES what percentage of adults\Children are obese? - ANS-34% of
Adults, 17% of children aged 2-19
According to NHANES what percentage of adults\children are overweight? - ANS-68%
of Adults, 33% of children 6-11, 34% of teens 12-19
According to the AHA what is the number one health concern for children now among
US parents? - ANS-Childhood Obesity
What is the scope of Practice of a Personal Trainer? - ANS-Screen and Interview
potential clients to determine readiness for exercise and physical activity, Perform
Fitness tests or Assessments, Help Clients set Realistic Goals, Develop exercise
Regimens and Programs(ExRx), Demonstrate and Instruct specific techniques , Provide
clients with safe and effective exercise techniques or programs, Supervise or Spot,
Maintain records of client progress, Be a knowledgeable resource, Educate clients
about health and fitness.
, What are the 3 specialty certifications that ACSM offers currently? - ANS-Certified
Inclusive Fitness Trainer(CIFT), Certified Cancer Exercise Trainer(CET), and Physical
Activity in Public Health Specialist (PAPHS)
What is the CIFT? What are the requirements? - ANS-Works with people with a
disability who are healthy or have medical clearance to exercise and were referred or
currently under the care of a physician or health care professional. Leads and
Demonstrates safe, effective, and adapted methods of Exercise; Aware of Current ADA
policy for recreation facilities.
Requirements - Current ACSM certification, CPR\AED
What is the CET? What are the requirements? - ANS-Trains individuals who were
recently diagnosed with cancer and have not yet begun treatment, are receiving
treatment, or have completed treatment and are apparently healthy or have the
presence of known stable cardiovascular disease with low risk for exercise related
complications. Have a basic understanding of cancer diagnoses, surgeries, treatments,
symptoms, and side effects.
Requirements - Current ACSM, CPR\AED, Bachelor's Degree (in any field) and 500
hours training older adults or no degree and 10,000 hours
What is the PAPHS? What are the requirements? - ANS-Conducts needs assessments,
plans, develops and coordinates physical activity interventions provided at local, state,
and federal levels. Advises local, state, or federal health departments on physical
activity-related initiatives.
Requirements - BA in health related field or BA(in any field) plus 1,200 hours in setting
Definition of a Personal Trainer - ANS-The ACSM CPT possess a minimum of a high
school diploma and works with apparently health individuals and those with health
challenges who are able to exercise independently to enhance quality of life.
Does the scope of practice for a CPT include meal planning or diagnosing injuries? -
ANS-NO!
Can a trainer work with someone who can not exercise independently? - ANS-NO!
How many CEU's must I earn every 3 years to maintain my certification? - ANS-45
CEU's
What Tracks does ACSM offer? - ANS-Health\Fitness and Clinical
According to the Department of Labor, what is the job outlook for our occupation? -
ANS-Much Faster than the average for all occupations between 2008-2018. An
expected increase of 29%
What is the average life expectancy in the US now? - ANS-78.2 years
Increased Sedentary time spend is associated with what? - ANS-Obesity, Diabetes, and
Cardiovascular Disease
What percentage of the population are currently members of a health or fitness club? -
ANS-14.6
According to the CDC in 2007 how many people are insufficiently active or totally
inactive - ANS-More than half
In 2012 what were the 10 popular fitness trends - ANS-Education and Experienced
Fitness Professionals, Strength Training, Fitness Programs for Older Adults, Exercise
and Weight Loss, Children and Obesity, Personal Training, Core Training, Group
Personal Training, Zumba and other Dance workouts, and Functional Fitness
According to NHANES what percentage of adults\Children are obese? - ANS-34% of
Adults, 17% of children aged 2-19
According to NHANES what percentage of adults\children are overweight? - ANS-68%
of Adults, 33% of children 6-11, 34% of teens 12-19
According to the AHA what is the number one health concern for children now among
US parents? - ANS-Childhood Obesity
What is the scope of Practice of a Personal Trainer? - ANS-Screen and Interview
potential clients to determine readiness for exercise and physical activity, Perform
Fitness tests or Assessments, Help Clients set Realistic Goals, Develop exercise
Regimens and Programs(ExRx), Demonstrate and Instruct specific techniques , Provide
clients with safe and effective exercise techniques or programs, Supervise or Spot,
Maintain records of client progress, Be a knowledgeable resource, Educate clients
about health and fitness.
, What are the 3 specialty certifications that ACSM offers currently? - ANS-Certified
Inclusive Fitness Trainer(CIFT), Certified Cancer Exercise Trainer(CET), and Physical
Activity in Public Health Specialist (PAPHS)
What is the CIFT? What are the requirements? - ANS-Works with people with a
disability who are healthy or have medical clearance to exercise and were referred or
currently under the care of a physician or health care professional. Leads and
Demonstrates safe, effective, and adapted methods of Exercise; Aware of Current ADA
policy for recreation facilities.
Requirements - Current ACSM certification, CPR\AED
What is the CET? What are the requirements? - ANS-Trains individuals who were
recently diagnosed with cancer and have not yet begun treatment, are receiving
treatment, or have completed treatment and are apparently healthy or have the
presence of known stable cardiovascular disease with low risk for exercise related
complications. Have a basic understanding of cancer diagnoses, surgeries, treatments,
symptoms, and side effects.
Requirements - Current ACSM, CPR\AED, Bachelor's Degree (in any field) and 500
hours training older adults or no degree and 10,000 hours
What is the PAPHS? What are the requirements? - ANS-Conducts needs assessments,
plans, develops and coordinates physical activity interventions provided at local, state,
and federal levels. Advises local, state, or federal health departments on physical
activity-related initiatives.
Requirements - BA in health related field or BA(in any field) plus 1,200 hours in setting
Definition of a Personal Trainer - ANS-The ACSM CPT possess a minimum of a high
school diploma and works with apparently health individuals and those with health
challenges who are able to exercise independently to enhance quality of life.
Does the scope of practice for a CPT include meal planning or diagnosing injuries? -
ANS-NO!
Can a trainer work with someone who can not exercise independently? - ANS-NO!
How many CEU's must I earn every 3 years to maintain my certification? - ANS-45
CEU's
What Tracks does ACSM offer? - ANS-Health\Fitness and Clinical
